TORREVIEJA, VEGA BAJA NEWS

Guardia Civil rescues unconscious swimmer off La Mata beach, TorreviejaA 71-year-old man was pulled from the water after being spotted drifting face up in dangerous currents A swimmer was rescued on Tuesday afternoon by Guardia Civil officers after being found unconscious and floating around 100 metres from the shore.. 13/06/2025

Delays for ITV inspections on the rise again in Alicante province: Up to 45 days in Benidorm!Drivers are advised to book early or look elsewhere for stations with sooner appointments to avoid being fined for an expired ITV Waiting times for ITV (MOT) vehicle inspections are increasing in Alicante province again, significantly in Benidorm.. 12/06/2025

Beachgoers and emergency services unable to save life of man pulled from the sea in TorreviejaThe death of a 70-year-old man adds to already alarming figures for start of 2025 Playa del Cura A man died while swimming at a beach in Torrevieja on Tuesday June 10. According to the emergency services, the deceased was 70 years old.. 11/06/2025

PHOTOS: Fluffy baby flamingos hatch in TorreviejaIf you need something to brighten your day, check out the adorable new additions to La Mata’s salt lakes in Torrevieja If you're in need of a little pick-me-up today, let Torrevieja offer you a gentle reminder of nature's quiet magic.. 05/06/2025

The sonic booms are over for now, but when will the next ones be?Here is when the next loud sonic booms from planes will be heard in southeast Spain   This Thursday February 13 marks the end of the latest round of supersonic training flights by the Spanish air force out of Albacete Air Base, which have caused.. 13/02/2025

5 of the best water parks on the Costa BlancaBeat the heat on the Costa Blanca with unmissable excitement for all the family A sun-kissed stretch of Mediterranean coastline, the Costa Blanca is a haven for families and thrill-seekers alike. And what better way to beat the summer heat than a.. 19/09/2024

Internet in Spain for home and mobile with no extra fees from ExcomGet the best mobile internet and home WiFi in Spain from Excom Telecable Many people coming to Spain, whether permanently or for an extended vacation, wonder how they can get WiFi internet for their home and data for their mobile phone, plus calls.. 13/02/2024

Costa Blanca day trips: 6 fantastic places to discover in southern AlicanteMake the most of the cooler weather and enjoy everything the Costa Blanca has to offer this autumn/winter The Costa Blanca, or the White Coast in English, effortlessly conjures up images of pristine Mediterranean beaches and turquoise waters. But.. 21/11/2023

Top beaches to visit in Alicante, Spain: Ultimate Costa Blanca South beach guideVisit the top beaches on Spain’s Costa Blanca in Alicante The Costa Blanca is a paradise strip of coastline on Spain’s eastern coast, in the Alicante province of Valencia. Encompassing such tourist hotspots as Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa..

What is the tourist tax, how much is it and where in Spain do you have to pay it?Tourist taxes are becoming more common in cities around the world, meaning holidaymakers having to pay extra for hotel rooms The tourist tax is a surcharge that, in the last few years before the Covid-19 pandemic, became popular in several cities that..

The 4 popular Spanish holiday destinations you cannot reach by trainIncredibly, the coastal tourist spots Torrevieja, Marbella and Almeria's Roquetas de Mar and El Ejido do not have rail connections Despite having more than 80,000 inhabitants with a five-fold increase during the summer, four popular Spanish holiday.. 21/02/2022

Artesanos de la Sal documentary about salt crafting in TorreviejaThe craft of making miniature models out of salt is in danger of disappearing from the Torrevieja salt lakes. The University of Alicante (UA) has produced a documentary which includes English subtitles, about the traditional salt craft found in Torrevieja.. 30/04/2021

Brexit collides with 1975 military law in Spain; British housebuyers must now obtain military permits in parts of the Vega Baja (Note: the limit of the military importance zone is not exact but approximate) Purchasers from third countries buying in areas designated as “Zones of Interest for National Defence” along the coastlines of Spain must obtain a military permit.. 08/02/2021